Dr. Kirsten Groody

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Kirsten Groody, MD, is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Michigan Medical School. She completed her medical degree at Loyola University Chicago in 2017 and holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Notre Dame, obtained in 2013. Dr. Groody has actively published research in pediatric anesthesiology, particularly focusing on complex cases such as truncus arteriosus repair and challenges related to multicompartmental lymphatic failure. Her recent works include articles in journals like Paediatric Anaesthesia, which highlight anesthetic management techniques for patients undergoing transcatheter thoracic duct decompression. She is also involved in educational initiatives such as the Society Pediatric Anesthesia (SPA) Case Guides.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Michigan Medical School

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:84
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Prior laboratory research experience Significant undergraduate coursework in chemistry and biology
Application Checklist
  • Online Application via Rackham
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Official Transcripts
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Admission for Biological Chemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Human Genetics, Microbiology and Immunology, Pharmacology, Molecular and Integrative Physiology, Cancer Biology, and Neuroscience is primary handled through the PIBS (Program in Biomedical Sciences) gateway.